It's time to get honest about our challenges with making and sharing on this episode.

Stories

* Lauren shares a story about vulnerability from a recent public speaking event and how it led to deeper connections with God and others

* Coop talks about finding space to create with his new Mega Desk invention (pic below)

* Kent gives thoughts about the effects of award shows on creativity and shares a fascinating story about how the talent agency CAA crafted the career arc of a major star after only one movie

* And more, including creativity in parenting, why it’s essential to apply your creativity to every domain of life, and what we can learn from funeral homes! (true story)

Questions

* What does it really mean to be vulnerable in public speaking?

* How do we craft questions that spark meaningful conversations?

* Can personal stories be both our greatest strength and weakness?

* How do we balance the pressure to perform with the need for authentic expression?

* We'll also examine the impact of audience expectations - do they fuel our creativity or stifle it?

* What happens when we lose sight of our childlike wonder? Can we reclaim it, and should we?

Mega Desk in action

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Creative Challenges

01:28 Exploring Podcasting Roadblocks

05:51 The Art of Questioning in Interviews

09:38 Personal Stories and Their Impact on Creativity

12:05 Vulnerability in Public Speaking

19:14 Creative Expression Beyond Traditional Outlets

29:13 Navigating Audience Expectations and Creative Freedom

31:10 The Role and Impact of Award Shows

36:30 Creative Spaces and Personal Roadblocks

43:00 Childlike Wonder in Creativity

51:32 The Art of Originality and Inspiration

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